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Tufts Medicine

Surgical Technologist II

Boston, MA · On-site

... vascular, orthopedic, thoracic, ENT, neurosurgery, and cardiovascular surgery. Surgical ... An entry-level role typically requiring little to no prior knowledge or experience and requiring ...

Tufts Medicine

... vascular, orthopedic, thoracic, ENT, neurosurgery, and cardiovascular surgery. Surgical ... An entry-level role typically requiring little to no prior knowledge or experience and requiring ...

Tufts Medicine

Surgical Technologist II

Boston, MA · On-site

... vascular, orthopedic, thoracic, ENT, neurosurgery, and cardiovascular surgery. Surgical ... An entry-level role typically requiring little to no prior knowledge or experience and requiring ...

Tufts Medical Center

Surgical Technologist II

Boston, MA · On-site

$35 - $39.90/hr

... vascular, orthopedic, thoracic, ENT, neurosurgery, and cardiovascular surgery. Surgical ... An entry-level role typically requiring little to no prior knowledge or experience and requiring ...

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Surgical Technologist

UPMC Senior Communities

Pittsburgh, PA • On-site

$24.03 - $32.01/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Surgical Technologist - UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Are you a Surgical Technologist ready to launch or elevate your career? Passionate about pediatrics? Join a nationally recognized team where your skills make a difference-and enjoy a sign-on bonus of up to $25,000.
Why You'll Love It Here
  • Cutting-Edge Care: 14 ORs, 12,000+ cases/year, Level 1 Trauma & Transplant Center-serving patients from neonates to young adults.
  • Flexible Scheduling: Self-scheduling with creative options, including call and off-shift coverage.
  • 1:1 Orientation: Staggered onboarding with experienced preceptors to set you up for success.
  • Career Growth: Structured career ladder with clear advancement based on experience and education.
  • Supportive Culture: Work with autonomy in a collaborative, high-tech environment.

️ What You'll Do
As a Surgical Technologist, you'll support a wide range of specialties including General, ENT, Neuro, Ortho, Plastics, Transplant, Ophthalmology, and GU. Responsibilities include:
  • Preparing ORs and surgical instruments
  • Assisting with gowning, gloving, and sterile technique
  • Passing instruments and assisting during procedures
  • Handling specimens and applying dressings
  • Maintaining a clean, safe, and aseptic environment
  • Supporting patient prep, positioning, and transport

Your title and pay will reflect your experience, with room to grow.
Ready to make a difference in pediatric surgical care? Apply now and bring your passion to UPMC Children's Hospital.
We are proactively building our candidate pipeline for future openings on our team. While we may not have an immediate vacancy, we regularly hire for this role and will reach out when a position becomes available.
Qualifications:
Education & Training:
  • Completion of a formal Surgical Technology program (college, vocational school, university, hospital, or military).
  • or prior employment as a Surgical Technologist before December 28, 2020.
  • or completion of an accredited military training program.
  • or current certification from a nationally recognized credentialing organization.

Experience:
  • 0-2 years of experience required for entry-level Surgical Technologist.
  • Recent graduates from accredited programs are encouraged to apply!
  • Additional experience may qualify candidates for Intermediate or Senior-level roles.

Specialty Exposure:
  • Preferred experience in surgical specialties such as: General, Orthopedic, Vascular, Plastics & Reconstructive, OB/GYN, Thoracic, Ophthalmic, Neurosurgery, Organ Procurement, and Endoscopic settings.
  • Medication access limited to distribution to the nurse.

Continuing Education:
  • Certified individuals must meet credentialing body requirements.
  • Non-certified individuals must complete 30 hours of continuing education every two years.

Licensure & Clearances:
  • CPR (AHA standards within 30 days of hire), Act 33 Child Clearance, Act 34 Criminal Clearance, Act 73 FBI Clearance, Basic Life Support or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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